2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | Visa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
